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Does Sucralose Kick You Out Of Ketosis?

Does Sucralose Kick You Out Of Ketosis

Sucralose is a low-calorie sweetener that is often used as a sugar substitute in a variety of food and beverage products. It is derived from sugar, but has been modified chemically so that it is not metabolized by the body in the same way as sugar. This means that it does not affect blood sugar levels and does not provide any calories.

Some people following a ketogenic diet may choose to use sucralose as a sweetener because it does not impact blood sugar levels and is therefore unlikely to affect ketosis.

However, it is important to keep in mind that some people may experience digestive symptoms when consuming large amounts of sucralose.

Overall, studies (1) have shown that sucralose is safe to use.

Will sucralose break keto?

Based on the information above, it is unlikely that consuming sucralose would cause someone to come out of ketosis.

However, it is important to keep in mind that the ketogenic diet is a very low-carb, high-fat diet that requires strict adherence to maintain ketosis.

If you’re having trouble sticking to the keto diet, check out these tips and tricks for staying motivated while on Keto.Also see recipes with sucralose in a Keto Recipes app: here.

Will sucralose affect ketosis?

Sucralose’s sweetness may increase your hunger, making it difficult to stick to the Keto diet. The hormone insulin is released in response to the ingestion of sweet-tasting foods and drinks. Insulin helps to regulate blood sugar levels by promoting the uptake of glucose into cells. When blood sugar levels drop, it can stimulate feelings of hunger.

In addition, sweet tastes may also activate the reward centers in the brain, which can increase feelings of pleasure and may lead to an increase in food intake.

It is also possible that sweet tastes may simply be associated with an increased desire for food, regardless of the physiological effects of sweetness on hunger and appetite.

Sources

  1. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19464334/
  2. https://foodinscope.com/blog/how-to-stay-motivated-on-keto-diet/